Attorney III

Overview

Job Description And Duties Under the general direction of the Chief Counsel and/or Assistant Chief Counsel of the Division of Workers' Compensation, the Attorney III acts as legal counsel on complex and sensitive matters relating to the Division. The Attorney III exercises broad discretion and acts with independence in providing legal representation and counsel. The Attorney III is expected to perform complex, novel, difficult and sensitive legal work of the unit, and to have a high level of experience, strong technical lawyering skills, and subject matter expertise in multiple areas of the Division’s responsibility.

The Attorney III provides advice and guidance regarding the interpretation and application of workers' compensation statutes and regulations, and works closely with the DWC ADA team and the DWC adjudication unit regarding regulatory oversight of ADA issues and disputes related to participation by the public in the workers' compensation system. The attorney also provides training within DWC on ADA issues. Additionally, the Attorney III will prepare rule making packages and legislative analysis on behalf of the Division.

At times, the Attorney III may assist other units of DWC with enforcement of DWC regulations. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR 249.3.

To be considered for this Attorney III job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. Membership in the State Bar of California is required.

This position is located at: 1515 Clay St, Oakland, CA 94612. The duties are performed indoors in an office with standard or ergonomic equipment. The position allows for telework and/or hybrid work in accordance with CalHR’s and the DIR’s telework policy and procedures. The position requires the ability for prolonged sitting and to work at a computer for extended periods, and to move and transport office items in a safe manner.

The incumbent may be required to travel.

Membership in the State Bar of California.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes (e.g., QR Codes) are not considered postmark dates for timely filing. Final Filing Date: 2/19/2026.

Who May Apply:
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (attach your letter if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered if no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply:

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application STD 678 and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Applications may be submitted electronically through your Cal Career Account at  If submitting a hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application may be submitted via the alternative method listed below.

Address for Mailing Application Packages:
Department of Industrial Relations, Cert Mailing Address Sacramento, Attn:
Certifications Unit, 1416 9th Street, 13th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814. Address for Drop-Off Application Packages:
Department of Industrial Relations, Cert Drop Off Address Sacramento, 1416 9th Street, 13th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Hours:

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM.

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

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